1. What is Ireland Citizenship Eligibility?

The Ireland Citizenship Eligibility determines whether you meet the residency requirements to apply for Irish citizenship through naturalization. The main requirement is having at least 5 years (1,825 days) of legal residency in Ireland out of the last 9 years.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple comparison:

Where:

• residency — Number of years legally resident in Ireland

Explanation: If your years of residency equal or exceed 5 years, you meet the basic residency requirement for naturalization.

3. Importance of Residency Calculation

Details: Accurate residency calculation is crucial for determining when you can apply for Irish citizenship. The 5-year requirement is just one of several conditions for naturalization.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total years of legal residency in Ireland. Only full years count toward the requirement.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as legal residency?
A: Time spent in Ireland on valid immigration permissions (stamps 1-5), excluding visitor permissions.

Q2: Are there additional requirements?
A: Yes, including good character, intention to reside in Ireland, and declaration of fidelity to the nation.

Q3: Can time as a student count?
A: Yes, but at a reduced rate - only half the time spent on student permissions counts toward the 5 years.

Q4: What about time spent with refugee status?
A: Time spent as a refugee or with subsidiary protection counts fully toward the residency requirement.

Q5: How precise must the calculation be?
A: The requirement is actually 1,825 days (5 years), so partial years can be significant in marginal cases.